ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 II Questions
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A nurse working on a medical-surgical unit is making client assignments for an upcoming shift. Which of the following tasks should the nurse assign to an assistive personnel?
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Answer: D - Assisting with ambulation for a client who has a pulmonary infection
Rationale: Ambulation for a client with a pulmonary infection is a task that can be safely delegated to an assistive personnel. Ambulation is a routine task that does not require specialized nursing knowledge or skills. It helps promote circulation and prevent complications like pneumonia. The nurse can provide clear instructions and guidelines for the assistive personnel to follow while assisting with ambulation.
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A: Inserting a glycerin suppository for a constipated client requires a nurse's assessment and skill to ensure proper administration.
B: Showing a client how to use an incentive spirometer requires specialized knowledge and teaching skills that are within the nurse's scope of practice.
C: Irrigating an infected surgical wound requires sterile technique and assessment skills that should be performed by a nurse to prevent complications.
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